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The New Oboe Reedmaking Book

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Learn to Make Reeds Step by Step

I am pleased to introduce my new book, The Illustrated Encyclopedia Of Oboe Reedmaking: A Guide to the American School of Reedmaking, Volume 1. The Encyclopedia, edited by Alan Weiss, with foreword by Eugene Izotov (principal Chicago Symphony Orchestra), contains over 338 color illustrations and photographs of the reedmaking process, 222 pages of text and information on reedmaking; an index, footnotes, glossary, list of illustrations, and list of tables. The book is printed in the USA on 80#, acid-free, matte paper in a sewn perfect binding.It measures 8.5" x 11" x .5". The book is available through www.oboeabode.com. This volume comes in both a left- and right-hand version. I hope that this book will make your reedmaking more successful and enjoyable.

What's New?

Oboe reeds have a reputation for being troublesome, and learning and teaching reedmaking may be equally or more challenging than the reeds themselves. Here are a few features of this unique book that may make reedmaking simpler and more enjoyable to do, learn or teach.

  • A section on biomechanics and reedmaking-New
  • Sharpening with ceramic honing rods and steel-New
  • Reedmaking steps not discussed or illustrated in some books
  • Fully illustrated, and with 3-D effects-New
  • Illustrations from the perspective of the reedmaker
  • Instructions for both left- and right-handed reedmakers in separate versions-New
  • Use of color to re-enforce retention and differentiation of material-New
  • Detail and information to interest and benefit both beginning and experienced reed makers
  • Different presentation of some concepts found in standard texts
  • Material divided into manageable lessons
  • Suitable for use by college professor or high school teacher, class or private instruction
  • Heavy illustration conducive to use by non-native English speaker-New
  • Discussion of measurement and gaging-New
  • A lesson on gouging-New

Biomechanics And Reedmaking

A considerable portion of an oboist's career is spent dealing with oboe reeds and making oboe reeds. Reedmkaing is a physically and mentally taxing activity. For that reason, my book on oboe reedmaking includes a section on biomechanics and reedmaking. This important section covers biomechanical advantage, the workspace, leverage, load, grip, focal point, proprioception, and other related topics. Visit www.oboeabode.com for more detail.

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A Sample Page

using the micrometer, the thickness gage

A sample page from the Introduction, a section on Measurement and Gaging.

The Author's Thoughts

"With thoughtful repetition, patience, and professional guidance most oboists will become competent reedmakers ... It is my hope that The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Oboe Reedmaking will make your commitment to reedmaking more fruitful and your oboe playing more rewarding. I am confident you will find that becoming a self-sufficient reedmaker gives rise to a sense of security, maturity, and pride in the pursuit of the art of playing the oboe."
-Ann Rosandich

A Unique Reedmaking Book With Something For Everyone

"What I find appealing about this book is its versatility and simplicity...I think every aspiring oboist can find something useful here that would bring him or her an enhanced sense of clarity, control, and understanding of many intricate details involved in the process of reedmaking."
-Eugene Izotov, Principal Oboe, Chicago Symphony Orchestra

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Ann Rosandich is an experienced professional oboe performer, teacher and reedmaker.  She was appointed solo English horn of the New Mexico Symphony... more »

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